The Hawaii Symphony Orchestra played its first concert on Maui in over ten years, a hopeful moment for Lahaina residents still recovering from the 2023 wildfires.

• The free outdoor show at the Royal Lahaina in Kaanapali honored Lahaina's recovery and the people of Maui.
• The orchestra was recently named Hawaii's official state orchestra by Governor Josh Green and the legislature, with a promise to play all the islands, not just Honolulu.
• Maui Mayor Richard Bissen noted the same lawn hosted a large community church service right after the fires three years ago, making it a fitting place for a celebration.
• The night featured Maui-connected artists including Raiatea Helm, Jeff Peterson, and Keola Beamer, plus the world premiere of "Rain Shadow," a new piece written for Maui.

Outlook: The state orchestra plans more concerts on the neighbor islands after a decade away from them.